Retired Sgt. First Class John A. Collins Sr.
Retired Sgt. First Class John A. Collins Sr.
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The family of Retired SFC. John A. Collins, Sr. has entrusted his final care to C. C. Carter Funeral Home.
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Wallace Jarvis
December 9, 2025
Take your rest my friend! You have earned your reward. Your presence will truly be missed.
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Dec
20
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New Beech Grove Baptist Church
361 Beechmont Drive, Newport News, VA 23608
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361 Beechmont Drive, Newport News, VA 23608
Send FlowersJan
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Services provided by
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